It’s increasingly important to focus on core strength as we age. Our core is much more than just the abdominal muscles. It includes our torso- front, back, and sides- as well as the muscles ...

Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart holding a dumbbell in each hand. Walk for 10-15 seconds. Turn around and walk in the opposite direction for 10-15 seconds. Trainer tips: Keep your spine ...

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She ...

In my 15 years as a certified personal trainer, I’ve worked with plenty of senior clients across a wide range of abilities. Many of them expressed concerns over starting a fitness routine, worried ...

It’s never too late to start exercising for balance, strength and longevity. But as adults get older, their needs change and not all workouts are ideal for seniors.

Strength training, in particular, can prevent muscle loss, keep bones strong, reduce the risk of falls, fight depression, and prevent mental decline as you age. Strength training includes exercises ...

Try each exercise for 30-40 seconds, swapping sides where relevant, says Hooton. 'A good starting point is level 1, 30 ...

Almost all of my therapy cases start with patients lying in bed. It is true—most people who come into the hospital or a skilled nursing facility are on their backs when I first make contact. Their ...

Manual wheelchair use can be a workout, and core strengthening exercises can help reduce injury risk and promote good posture among wheelchair users. Research suggests that roughly 3.3 million ...

Balance changes, muscle loss, and vision decline that may come with age can raise the chance of falls and injury. However, regular balance, strength, and aerobic exercise can help lower this risk.

I spent most of my life as a dancer, with several hours a week in the studio serving as my primary mode of exercise. But since my dance “career” came to an abrupt halt a few years ago, I’m always ...